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Hitting the pool can be a great way to escape the sweltering Texas heat during the summer. Unfortunately, it can also pose serious health threats – especially to children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is currently the fifth leading cause of unintentional death in the U.S. Children ages one to four have the highest drowning rates, with most incidents occurring in home swimming pools....
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Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new texting and driving law in Texas on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. The law will take effect September 1. Texas is one of the last states to ban texting while driving, after more than a decade of effort by numerous roadway safety advocates. After September 1, officers will be able to punish drivers who text behind the wheel with fines of $25 to $99 for...
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United States traffic data for 2016 is in, and the numbers are startling. According to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Administration, the U.S. saw an 11% increase in the number of pedestrian deaths last year. There were an estimated 5,997 pedestrian deaths in 2016, compared to 5,376 in 2015 and 4,910 in 2014. There was a 25% increase from 2010 to 2015. Last year marked the largest death...
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After a car accident that leaves you with serious personal injuries or expensive property damage, it’s understandable to want to fight for the most money possible to cover your losses. You might think self-representation is the way to achieve this – after all, then you could save on attorney’s fees. Representing yourself in a car accident claim, however, can lead to costly mistakes and sabotaging the full potential of your...
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We can’t predict car accidents, but we can prepare for them. With thousands of collisions occurring in the U.S. every day, the odds of getting involved in one are relatively high. There are actions you can take immediately after a crash to protect your rights. The Law Office of Stephen W. Shoultz wants to make sure drivers are prepared with how to handle a car accident scene which is why...
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Accidents are unpredictable. As such, victims are often totally unprepared for how to proceed after suffering injuries in a car crash, workplace incident, or other circumstances. After seeking medical care, you might feel at a loss for what to do. Luckily, a conversation with a personal injury attorney can help you comprehend what happened, learn who might be responsible, and take steps to protect your rights. During a free consultation...
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